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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe for Cozy Nights

Enjoy these Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas with tender tortillas, juicy chicken, and a smooth white sauce. Perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 8 tortillas Flour Tortillas medium-sized
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken using rotisserie chicken saves time
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese substitute with Pepper Jack for added heat
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese combines with other cheeses for rich flavor
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles canned for convenience
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro omit if not preferred
  • 1/2 cup Onion sautéed for sweetness
For the White Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or cashew cream for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt and Pepper core seasonings

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking dish
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually add chicken broth, whisking continuously until thickened.
  2. Remove from heat, stir in sour cream, cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked shredded chicken, diced onion, green chiles, and cilantro. Add 1 cup of the white sauce to the chicken mixture, stirring gently.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread a thin layer of white sauce in a greased baking dish. Fill tortillas with chicken mixture, rolling tightly and placing seam-side down.
  5. Pour remaining white sauce over the top of the tortillas. Sprinkle Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese over the sauce.
  6. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and cheese is golden brown.
  7. Allow to rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with additional toppings if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These enchiladas can be customized with additional ingredients like jalapeños or black beans. Perfect for meal prepping and entertaining.

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